Combat-Proven Fuel Cell Technology for Mission Endurance

The Next Generation Tactical Fuel Cell

Portable fuel cell power for connected forces.

Reliable direct methanol fuel cell solution designed for drones, sensors, communications and tactical operations – with ultra-low signature, extended runtime and mission-ready mobility.

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Talk to our experts & learn more about the Next Generation Tactical Fuel Cell concept. The capability presented is a future product currently under development by SFC Energy, and specifications, features and availability may change as development progresses.

Combat-Proven Fuel Cell Technology for Mission Endurance

Portable tactical fuel cell technology for drones, sensors, communications and distributed battlefield operations. Engineered for modern military operations – combining low-signature performance, extended endurance and tactical mobility.

2400+ Wh portable energy

Reliable off-grid energy for drones, sensors, tactical communications and mission-critical systems.

< 7 kg lightweight design

Ultra-portable power designed for mobile operations and rapid deployment in the field.

Ultra-low thermal & noise signature

Silent operation with minimal detectability for covert and tactical missions.

Drone & battery charging ready

Optimized for UAV batteries, BB-2590 charging and modern battlefield electronics.

Modern military operations depend on continuous power.

Traditional field power solutions rely heavily on batteries, fuel convoys and loud combustion generators – systems that limit mobility, increase logistical burden and create detectable signatures in contested environments.

Today’s connected battlefield requires portable, reliable and low-signature energy solutions capable of supporting drones, sensors, communications and tactical systems during extended missions and decentralized operations.

Modern armed forces face increasing pressure to maintain operational readiness in rapidly evolving threat environments.

  • Rising power demand from drones, sensors, radar systems and battlefield networks
  • Increased need for silent and low-signature operations
  • Greater mobility requirements for distributed forces
  • Reduced tolerance for logistical vulnerability and battery dependency
  • Growing demand for resilient off-grid power in contested environments

Operational endurance is no longer an advantage – it is a necessity.

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Technical specifications

NG TFC

Daily Energy Output

2400+ Wh

Nominal power

100+ W (continous)

Peak power

500+ W (with standard xx2590 battery)

Output voltage

12 V / 24 V DC

Voltage range

10 – 34 V DC

Weight

< 7 kg

Dimensions (L x W x H)

appr. 317 x 184 x 302 mm

Operating temperature

-40 °C to +50 °C (-40 °C with winter pouch accessory; -20 °C without winter pouch accessory)

Fuel type

Methanol

Interfaces

Tactical DC interfaces

Runtime

multi-day operation (depending on load and attached fuel cartridge size)

Signature profile

ultra-low acoustic & thermal signature

Military ruggedization

MIL-STD

Portable like JENNY. Powerful like EMILY.

Modern military operations require more energy than traditional portable systems which depend on batteries, solar panels or diesel generators can provide – without sacrificing mobility in the field.

The Next Generation Tactical Fuel Cell closes the capability gap between ultra-light wearable systems and larger vehicle-based power solutions by delivering the ideal balance of portability, endurance and tactical performance.

  • More power – designed for drones, sensors and tactical communications
  • Portable deployment – significantly lighter and more mobile than vehicle-based systems
  • Reduced battery burden – fewer battery changes and lower resupply requirements
  • Low-signature operation – minimal acoustic and thermal detectability
  • Built for decentralized missions – reliable off-grid power wherever operations require it

More power. Less weight.

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The product presented is a future capability concept currently under development by SFC Energy. Product specifications, features and availability may change as development progresses.